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Home > Our animal species > Mammals > Red Fox Red Fox
Order : Carnivora Family : Canidae Diet : Carnivorous, feeding principally on small mammals, carrion, birds, frogs, insects, but also eats berries. Reproduction : Sexually mature at 10 months. Mating occurs between December and March. The 4-7 cubs are born between March and May after a gestation period of 2 months, and are weaned after 4-5 weeks. Lifespan : Up to 10 years in the wild and 14 years in captivity. Predators : Canadian lynx, bobcats, coyotes, wolverines, gray wolves and black bears. Status : Abundant, not at risk.
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